Either/Or Eatery & Patio

Host / Food Runner

Des Moines, IowaFull-time
$15 - $25 hourly
About the Job
HIRING Hosts, Food Runners, and Expeditors!

Upbeat, personable, and looking for flexible, high-energy hours?
This job is for you, plus you earn an hourly wage AND tips!

Host Position: 
  • Greet and welcome guests as they arrive
  • Manage the waitlist and seating chart, assigning tables based on party size and server rotation
  • Communicate wait times accurately and keep waiting guests informed and comfortable
  • Maintain a clean and organized host stand and entryway throughout the shift

Food Runner Position: 
  • Deliver completed dishes from the kitchen to the correct tables quickly and accurately
  • Confirm each dish matches the ticket before leaving the expo window
  • Keep the expo area organized and support the kitchen team during high-volume rushes
Expeditor Position:
  • Serve as the primary link between the kitchen and the floor, coordinating the BOH team during service
  • Review each dish at the window before it leaves to confirm correct preparation, consistent plating, and ticket accuracy
  • Manage the pace and timing of orders so tables receive complete meals together and service runs smoothly

DETAILS
  • Hourly Pay + Tips 
  • Food and Beverage Perks
  • Employee Sponsored Health Insurance Available
  • Flexible Scheduling - AM & PM Available